Capybara's Hot Spring (v2)

[Verse 1]

By the cedar fence where the tall reeds lean

Lives a round little fellow, calm and serene

He pads through the grass with a slow, happy sway

To the steaming blue pool at the end of the day

[Pre-Chorus]

He dips one toe, then he grins ear to ear

The water says, “Welcome,” and trouble disappears

[Chorus]

Oh, capybara, take your time

Warm water rising, feeling fine

With a leafy green crown and a belly so wide

You’ve got the whole hot spring on your side

Oh, capybara, rest easy now

No need to hurry, no need to bow

Let the mountain breeze drift over the trees

And float where you please, where you please

[Verse 2]

A little brown bird lands on his head

He doesn’t move an inch; he just nods instead

The clouds roll by like boats made of cream

And the old stones sparkle in the afternoon steam

[Pre-Chorus]

He sighs so softly, the cattails sway

Even the busy bees decide to stay

[Chorus]

Oh, capybara, take your time

Warm water rising, feeling fine

With a leafy green crown and a belly so wide

You’ve got the whole hot spring on your side

Oh, capybara, rest easy now

No need to hurry, no need to bow

Let the mountain breeze drift over the trees

And float where you please, where you please

[Bridge]

If the road feels long and your boots feel worn

Come find that pool by the fields of corn

Bring no suitcase, bring no plan

Just a quiet heart and a towel in your hand

[Final Chorus]

Oh, capybara, take your time

Warm water rising, feeling fine

With a leafy green crown and a belly so wide

You’ve got the whole hot spring on your side

Oh, capybara, rest easy now

The sun dips low behind the brow

Let the evening breeze drift over the trees

And float where you please, where you please

[Outro]

Round little fellow, peaceful and free

Saving a warm spot for you and me